Zeb Hogan is an author, biologist, and television host known for his show "Monster Fish." Hogan’s latest book "Chasing Giants: In Search of the World's Largest Freshwater Fish," he shares his experiences with the show, and his insights into the world of freshwater biology. We discuss large fish like the Arapaima and Pigeon Eating Catfish and the future of these dinosaurs.
Read MoreIn this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of preserving saltwater flats and implementing sustainable business practices with Al Perkinson, the owner of Bajìo Sunglasses. He shares with us his personal philosophies on entrepreneurial leadership, sustainable manufacturing, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, humility, and great values!
Read MoreGreg McHale is a professional world-class multi-sport athlete who has raced for some of the top adventure racing teams in North America. His physical and mental endurance is proven in the world's most challenging human endurance sport, making him a formidable hunter. His determination and ability to never stop the pursuit separate him from all other hunting personalities. Greg's greatest solo accomplishment is winning a 430-mile race called the Yukon Arctic Ultra in the Arctic winter. Greg pulled a sled with the necessities to survive the -50 temperatures that were experienced during the event. The mental dominance required to compete and win the event is tapped into whenever challenges arise in other areas of life. An engaging host with extensive backcountry skills, an unwavering passion for the hunt, and adventure racing toughness, make McHale unlike any hunting partner you've ever had. Experienced in big-wall climbing, mountaineering, paddling, and trekking, combined with his hunting experience, make him an elite outdoorsman-excellence as a rifleman and archer round out his hunting resume. Greg is not only an athlete but also a pilot on wheels and floats. He uses his aircraft to scout for game and to bring the team far off the beaten path. Landing on remote airstrips, skis, or lakes and rivers, Greg's skills as a bush pilot open the vast landscape of the wild Yukon to these hunters. Host of the television show Greg McHale's Wild Yukon, Greg is passionate about inspiring others to "do the work" to improve their lives through fitness, health, and the pursuit of outdoor adventure.
Read MoreOn this episode we dive deep into the wild and untamed Amazon with Ryan Izqueirdo, an American fisherman with a passion for adventure. During our discussion Ryan shares his captivating story of fishing in the Amazon detailing the incredible people he met and the life-changing experiences he had. He explains how fishing in the Amazon has shaped his perspective on life, his appreciation for his home, and insights on how to overcome personal challenges. Through his visual storytelling he paints us a picture of danger, beauty, and kindness in a place most people would never expect.
Read MoreJohn Savage has an unbelievable story of survival after a rouge wave collided with his boat off the coast of Key West. He documented this remarkable tale in his recently released book “Lost in the Stream: The Miraculous Story of Two Fishermen Lost at Sea”
You can buy Lost in the Stream here….https://a.co/d/61mLj1k
Read MoreJason Coffrin is a well versed outdoorsman and athlete. He has hunted, fished and ran some absolutely incredible races. A long with these past accomplishments, Jason talks about some unique future ventures!
Learn more about Jason at https://www.mrtriggersportfishing.com/captain-jason-coffrin
Read MoreTaylor Sharp and John Zimmerman are the founding members of Casting for Hope, a non-profit that helps anglers provide financial, emotional, and spiritual needs of women living with ovarian and gynecological cancers in western North Carolina. Taylor and John have an incredible organization and a personal story that connects them to the issues Casting for Hope seeks to remedy.
Learn more at https://castingforhope.org/
Read MoreSam Carpenter is the author of “Work the System: The Simple Mechanics of Making More and Working Less” which is entering its fourth edition. Sam describes the system mindset as a simple mindset tweak that will change your life. When you have success, it’s important maintain that success by keeping a system of continued prosperity.
We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.
https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course
Read MoreNeill Holland is a guy who embodies the idea of leaving behind a better world than the one that you found. Neill is a captain for Ocean Aid 360, an organization dedicated preserving marine life of all kinds. Neill is also a guide for his own charter service, GoFishTampaBay. Off the water, Neill’s life remains just as interesting as he works as a project design specialist for the United Nations.
Read MoreTyler Merren is an inspirational athlete, motivation speaker and trainer. As a teenager, Tyler was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease which causes gradual deterioration in sight. In 1999, Tyler found a passion in goalboal and went onto to compete in the 2004, 2008 and 2016 Paralympics.
Tyler is also the founder of ReVision Training, a fitness institution for the visually impaired. His company also created the Revision Fitness app, an audio based fitness program.
Read MoreGuy Jeans is the owner of Kern River Fly Shop in Kernville, California and has been become one of the most notable anglers in the state. Along with owning his fly shop, Guy is a fishing guide and teacher. He also won the Lee Wulff Award from the International Federation of Fly Fishers.
Outside of fishing, Guy is a vocalist and keyboardist for the ska/reggae band called “Stoneflys” . Stoneflys has opened for some notable bands like No Doubt and Sublime!
Learn more about Guy and his shop at https://www.kernriverflyshop.com/
Check out the Stoneflys on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/1EqwGG6H0wyBqIbMseHhmN
Read MoreJim Hensel is the founder and CEO of “Mayhem Mindset” which helps CEO’s, professional athletes, and high-performance entrepreneurs get clear on their calling, find significance and codify their core values. Someone notable people Jim has worked with include top 5 UFC lightweight, Michael Chandler, and 8x CrossFit world champion, Rich Froning. Along with this, he is also an author, speaker, and CrossFit Masters Athlete.
You can learn more about Jim and Mayhem Mindset at www.mayhemmindset.com
Read MoreFor this weeks podcast, Dr. Mike Larkin rejoins the show to talk about all things Bonefish. Dr. Larkin has spent a significant amount of time studying Bonefish and in this podcast he covers everything from behavior, anatomy and the history of Bonefish research. Be sure to check out the last episode I did with Dr. Larkin where he took a deep dive into similar, interesting facts about Tarpon. The tarpon episode was episode #597 or click below.
https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/blog/597
Read MoreFor this weeks podcast I am joined by Paul Woyak, author of “Why am I Alive”. Paul was an avid diver who experienced a life changing encounter with a Great White Shark off the coast of California. Through this encounter combined years of suppressing and processing the trauma of the event, Paul may have learned his own answer to life’s greatest unanswerable question…why are we alive?
“Why am I Alive” is now available on Amazon and other booksellers worldwide.
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